Ephrata man arrested on domestic violence simple assault charge
Ephrata police say a 51-year-old man struck a woman with an extension cord during an argument and was taken to Lancaster County Prison for arraignment.
On 08/08/2026 at 2:33 a.m., Ephrata Police responded to the 100 block of Meadow Valley Road and arrested 51-year-old Sulaimon Olaonipekun of Ephrata on one count of simple assault related to a domestic violence incident. Police say the female caller reported he struck her several times with an extension cord; officers observed raised welts on her back, arms and leg consistent with her statement. Olaonipekun was processed and transported to Lancaster County Prison for central arraignment and is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.